The MCHQWA BALL was held on Easter Weekend on Saturday, April 23rd, 2011. I was the only Rainbow Girl from Richmond Assembly #10 to attend. I was very happy to see my friend Sarah (GWA from Maryland), Sarah’s brother, Alayna (Jr. Past GWA from Maryland), and Alayna’s boyfriend.  It was also very nice to see the other Rainbow Girls, Job’s Daughters, and DeMolay Boys that came. I was escorted by my dad (Dad McLaughlin) when I was introduced. I had a great time and encourage you all to keep traveling.

In Rainbow Love,

Nicole

Guess what!?

On April 6, 1922 the first class of 171 young ladies received the degrees of the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls! So that means this is our 89 Birthday! Thank you so much Rev. W. Mark Sexson for giving us the International Order of the Rainbow for Girls! Everyone enjoy today!

Supporters of Virginia Rainbow, we are excited to announce that the annual golf tournament is scheduled for September 17. No virtual golf this year! All friends and family are invited, so make plans now to have a fun-filled day, whether you play golf or not.

For information and to register, contact Kevin McLaughlin or follow the link to the form below.
Registration Form (GolfFlier2011.pdf)

We had such an amazing time at Maryland’s Grand Assembly and what a group!  In addition to our Grand Worthy Advisor, Michelle, and our Supreme Deputy, Mom J, we had Nicole, Kathy, Mom McLaughlin, Mom Simmons and Mom Tracy from Richmond and from Fredericksburg we had Micaela and Rachel with our State Rainbow Dad, Dad Cochrane!  Can you believe they do not have a State Rainbow Dad?  The line officers from Supreme were also there, and let me tell you that was quite an impressive site to see!  We look forward to having Maryland come to Virginia for our Grand Assembly in June.  I encourage all of you to try and visit another jurisdiction, especially Grand Representives visit your counterparts.  It is so much fun seeing the differences and for me, I found that I like the way we do it here in Virginia best, but loved seeing and hearing about how others do Rainbow.

In Rainbow Love,

Mom McLaughlin